2006 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 571 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |